Quality Assurance Analyst - Remote (WFH)

Cognitive Medical Systems is seeking a versatile and experienced Quality Assurance Analyst to support the testing of web and mobile applications across the full development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in both manual and automated testing, including accessibility (508) compliance, functional validation, API testing, and security-focused quality assurance. This role works closely with cross-functional Agile teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, secure, and accessible software products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for both web and mobile applications
• Perform end-to-end testing, including functional, regression, integration, and accessibility (508) testing
• Conduct manual and automated testing of REST APIs and user interfaces
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, designers, and project managers to define acceptance criteria and ensure quality throughout the SDLC
• Identify, document, and track defects using standard issue tracking tools
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes
• Ensure testing practices align with security protocols and organizational standards
• Stay current on best practices and evolving trends in software QA, accessibility, and security

Required Skills, Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of software QA experience, including manual and automated testing
• Experience testing web and mobile applications
• Familiarity with REST API testing and tools such as Postman
• Proficiency in SQL and ability to validate data integrity
• Experience with accessibility testing tools and standards (508, WCAG)
• Strong understanding of Agile development environments
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and within a team
• US Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain a Position of Public Trust - Medium Background Investigation (MBI)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with automated test frameworks (e.g.,Katalon Studios)
• Familiarity with .NET/C# environments
• Experience with healthcare or government systems